Innovation Academy serves 1,136 students in grades 9-11.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-11
- Enrollment: 1,136 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5% in GA)
- Science Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Innovation Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Innovation Academy's student population of 1,136 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-11
Total Students
1,136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Innovation Academy is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
41%
5%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
12%
36%
White
36%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Innovation Academy?
1,136 students attend Innovation Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Innovation Academy students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Innovation Academy?
Innovation Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Innovation Academy offer ?
Innovation Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-11
What school district is Innovation Academy part of?
Innovation Academy is part of Fulton County School District.
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